Pure cotton overlaid sweater product image (primary)
Front view of a black V-neck pullover sweater with visible medium-gauge knit texture, ribbed V-neck, ribbed hem and cuffs, two small front flap pockets each secured with a round gold button, shown layered over a white button shirt.

Lauren Ralph Lauren

Pure Cotton Overlaid Sweater

CA$245.00CAD
In Stock

This Lauren by Ralph Lauren pullover sweater is a women's long-sleeve knit top made from 100% cotton knit with a crinkling poplin overlay panel at the lower hem. It features a V-neckline with a shirt collar, small buttoned slit pockets, ribbed edging at the cuffs and hem, and a relaxed hip-length silhouette. The attached white curved overlay panel extends below the hem, and the sweater is designed for layering over collared shirts.

Material
100% cotton
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Color

Specifications

Overlaid cotton sweater with V-neckline and buttoned pockets

Crinkled poplin overlay, buttoned slit pockets, ribbed trim

Material
100% cotton
Gender
female
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Additional Attributes

  • 100% cotton knit
  • cotton crinkling poplin
  • V-neckline on shirt collar
  • small buttoned slit pockets
  • ribbed edging

Product Insights

This pure cotton sweater from Lauren Ralph Lauren offers a relaxed fit with a crinkled poplin overlay that adds texture and hides creases, while its all-cotton construction ensures uniform shrinkage and prevents puckering, collar droop, or pocket stretch; the tradeoff is the need for hand-washing to minimize shrinkage, but the design delivers durable, office-to-casual versatility with a stable V-neck collar and buttoned pockets that stay flat.

Verified claims

Sizing
True to conventional US sizing (XS-XL); expect 2-4% shrinkage after first wash, but all-cotton construction shrinks uniformly to preserve fit.
Fit
Relaxed, hip-length silhouette with long sleeves; the cotton knit provides natural stretch, and ribbed edging at the cuffs and hem recovers its shape through wear. Lauren Ralph Lauren's XS–XL follows standard U.S. sizing, so shoppers can order their usual size.
Wash care
Hand-wash cold and lay flat to dry to minimize shrinkage.
Shape retention
When hand-washed, the all-cotton construction helps prevent puckering, collar droop, and pocket stretch because the knit body and poplin overlay shrink at nearly the same rate.
Crinkle finish
Permanent crinkle finish on the crinkled poplin overlay at the lower hem hides creases and maintains textural contrast with the knit.
Pocket stability
Small buttoned slit pockets stay gap-free thanks to the stable poplin weave.
Fabric care
The knit body, shirt collar, and bottom hem are each 100% cotton, so the garment shrinks uniformly; hand-wash is recommended for best care.
Weight
Crinkled overlay adds texture without increasing weight, keeping the sweater lightweight to medium-weight.
Texture interplay
Crinkled poplin overlay creates visual depth and textural contrast against the smooth knit, adding interest to the solid black sweater.
Durability
The crinkled poplin overlay hides creases, the all-cotton overlay and knit shrink at nearly the same rate, and the collar and buttoned pockets hold their shape through wear.
Collar design
The V-neckline is formed by a pointed shirt collar, not a finished knit band, so the neck opening stays crisp; the poplin collar holds its shape through the day.
Collar care
100% cotton collar and body shrink uniformly, avoiding puckering after washing.
Design heritage
Collar design references Ralph Lauren's classic button-down shirting origins.
Positioning
Lauren Ralph Lauren, a women's-exclusive line one tier below Polo, sells this sweater in Simon's Contemporaine as a bridge-tier basic.
Construction
All-cotton construction with matched shrinkage and wrinkle-hiding crinkled poplin, directing cost to design features.
Color
Black is a true deep black without undertones, matching images.
Versatility
Durable, office-to-casual versatility comes from the stable poplin V-neckline and relaxed knit body; hand-washing is recommended to preserve the all-cotton shape.
Poplin overlay
Crinkled poplin overlay resists wrinkles and buttoned pockets do not stretch.
Pocket functionality
Poplin pockets stay flat, shrink evenly with the knit, and resist wrinkling.
Undertone
Black has no warm or cool undertones.
Softness and breathability
The 100% cotton knit base is soft and breathable, with a comfortable drape that is neither too heavy nor too flimsy.
Shrinkage expectation
This sweater is not labeled pre-shrunk, so some shrinkage (typically 2–4%) can occur after the first wash; hand-washing cold and laying flat to dry minimizes it.
Skin comfort
The 100% cotton knit is naturally soft and non-itchy, so it can be worn directly against the skin all day; unlike wool or acrylic, cotton won't prickle.
Overlay hand feel
The crinkled poplin collar and hem feel slightly crisper than the soft knit body but are not stiff; the crispness softens over time with wear and washing.
Year-round layering
The sweater is lightweight-to-medium weight: the cotton knit body is airy while the poplin overlay adds a second layer at the collar and hem, making it suitable for year-round layering.

Product record

Title
Pure Cotton Overlaid Sweater
Brand
Lauren Ralph Lauren
Price
245 CAD
Availability
In stock

Buying Guide

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Uses

Layering over a button shirt

This V-neck pullover works as a layering piece over a white button shirt, with the collar showing at the ribbed V-neckline. The straight hem falls to the hips and is cut so the shirt tail can show below it. In the product photos it's styled exactly this way.[1]

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Pure Cotton Overlaid Sweater: Choose this if you want a comfortable 100% cotton pullover — both the knit body and the crinkled poplin collar are all cotton — with a layered shirt-tail look built in. The black, boxy, hip-length design has a deep ribbed V-neck, dropped shoulders, ribbed hem and cuffs, two small flap pockets with gold-tone buttons, and a white shirt-like panel extending below the hem that appears attached, though that construction is based on image analysis rather than confirmed garment details. It comes in sizes X-SMALL through X-LARGE, but only in Black per this listing.[1,2,3]Layered Effect Striped Poplin Sweater: Choose this if you want an easy layered look without the bulk: a relaxed, boxy navy V-neck pullover in 100% cotton knit (described as ultra comfortable) with a crisp 100% cotton poplin shirt layer whose collar and hem peek out. The deep V-neck, ribbed trims and gold-button pocket flaps add preppy polish, and it comes in sizes from X-Small to Medium in Navy/Midnight Blue. Note the knit is a medium-gauge, subtly textured weight, so it reads more structured than a fine, lightweight sweater.[4,5,6,7]Pure Cotton Dog Jacquard Sweater: Choose this if you want a thick 100% cotton crew-neck pullover with a playful statement graphic: a large multicolor dog jacquard knitted across most of the chest, finished with ribbed collar, cuffs and hem, dropped shoulders and a relaxed, hip-length fit in warm Honey/Camel. The combed cotton is knit for a soft hand, and it comes in sizes from X-Small to X-Large. Note that the dog motif sits on the front only, with a plain back, and the relaxed cut suits those who prefer a loose, casual silhouette.[8,9,10,11,12,13,14]

Image Analysis

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Pure cotton overlaid sweater product image (primary)
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Product

Front view of a black V-neck pullover sweater with visible medium-gauge knit texture, ribbed V-neck, ribbed hem and cuffs, two small front flap pockets each secured with a round gold button, shown layered over a white button shirt.

  • Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve pullover sweater with a deep V-neck and a straight hem that falls to the hips; shown layered over a white button shirt so shirt tail is visible below the hem.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.76 · h 0.78 (high)
  • Knit textureMedium-gauge, even knit stitch visible across the body and sleeves creating a slightly pebbled surface.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.22 · w 0.60 · h 0.48 (high)
  • V-neck detailDeep V-neck opening finished with a conspicuous ribbed trim that narrows toward the point of the V.
    1 regionx 0.25 · y 0.12 · w 0.50 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Ribbed hem and cuffsWide ribbed band at the hem and narrower ribbing at the sleeve cuffs, both knit in the same yarn as the body.
    2 regionsx 0.20 · y 0.66 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.60 · w 0.18 · h 0.26 (high)
  • Front flap pocketsTwo small rectangular front flap pockets positioned near the hem on the front body; flaps are knit from the same yarn and aligned horizontally.
    2 regionsx 0.28 · y 0.60 · w 0.16 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.60 · w 0.16 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Gold pocket buttonsEach front pocket flap is fastened with a small round gold-tone button with a slightly reflective surface.
    2 regionsx 0.32 · y 0.62 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.62 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high)
  • Visible layeringWhite collared button shirt worn underneath is visible at the collar, through the V-neck opening, and as a shirt tail extending below the sweater hem.
    2 regionsx 0.30 · y 0.12 · w 0.40 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.34 · y 0.72 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Sleeve shapeLong sleeves with a relaxed fit and a slight taper toward the ribbed cuffs; right sleeve appears relaxed and slightly bent at the elbow.
    1 regionx 0.56 · y 0.20 · w 0.34 · h 0.58 (high)

Other

Studio product shot showing a model from mid-thigh up against a plain light gray background with soft even lighting and minimal shadows; image is slightly cropped at the top of the head and shows model's hands in pockets.

  • Shot compositionThree-quarter front view of a standing model, framed from slightly above mid-thigh to above the head; image cropped near the top of the head.
  • Background and lightingNeutral light gray background with soft, even studio lighting that produces minimal harsh shadows and neutral color rendering.
  • Model presenceFemale model wearing the product; face and hair are visible but not identified.
    1 regionx 0.14 · y 0.00 · w 0.44 · h 0.34 (high)
  • Styling propsBlack trousers worn by the model are partially visible and the model's hands are placed in trouser pockets.
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.76 · w 0.52 · h 0.18 (high)

Colors

black· sweater body#0D0D0Egold· pocket buttons
Pure cotton overlaid sweater product image 2
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Product

Rear view of a black knit sweater worn by a model; dropped shoulders, long sleeves, ribbed hem and cuffs, with a visible white curved shirt-like panel extending below the hem.

  • Overall silhouetteBack of a boxy, hip-length knit sweater with a straight back hem and slightly dropped shoulder seams.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.15 · w 0.76 · h 0.66 (high)
  • Knit textureEven, medium-weight textured knit visible across the sweater body and sleeves.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.64 · h 0.52 (high)
  • Ribbed hem and cuffsWide ribbed band at the bottom hem and narrower ribbed cuffs at sleeve ends, both in the same knit color.
    3 regionsx 0.18 · y 0.64 · w 0.64 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.64 · w 0.14 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.64 · w 0.14 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Neckline at backHigh, round back neckline visible above the shoulder line.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (medium)
  • Attached white overlay panelWhite curved shirt-like panel extends below sweater hem, appearing as an attached overlay with a rounded lower edge.
    1 regionx 0.29 · y 0.72 · w 0.42 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Left rear sleeve shapeLong sleeve falling straight from the dropped shoulder with slight taper toward the ribbed cuff.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.22 · w 0.20 · h 0.60 (high)
  • Right rear sleeve shapeLong sleeve on the right side with similar straight drape and ribbed cuff visible near the wrist.
    1 regionx 0.72 · y 0.22 · w 0.16 · h 0.60 (high)
  • Partial obstruction by model hairModel's long hair falls down the center back partially covering the sweater upper back and neckline.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.10 · w 0.20 · h 0.48 (high)

Other

Studio rear-three-quarter image of a model against a plain light background. Even studio lighting with soft shadows; image cropped at model mid-thigh; no visible packaging or props.

  • Shot compositionModel photographed from the rear at a slight leftward angle, head turned slightly to the left so left profile is partially visible.
  • Background and lightingUniform light gray background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal shadows.
  • Visible accessoriesModel wearing a single visible gold-tone hoop earring on the left ear.
    1 regionx 0.23 · y 0.06 · w 0.06 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Framing and cropImage is cropped at mid-thigh so lower legs and footwear are not visible.

Colors

deep black· sweater body#0E0E0Edeep black (ribbed)· ribbed hem and cuffs#0E0E0Ebright white· lower overlay panel

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Variants

5 SKUs
All variants of Pure Cotton Overlaid Sweater
SKUTitlePriceAvail
4609224Pure Cotton Overlaid Sweater - Black - X-SmallCA$245.00Yes
4609225Pure Cotton Overlaid Sweater - Black - SmallCA$245.00Yes
4609226Pure Cotton Overlaid Sweater - Black - MediumCA$245.00Yes
4609227Pure Cotton Overlaid Sweater - Black - LargeCA$245.00Yes
4609228Pure Cotton Overlaid Sweater - Black - X-LargeCA$245.00Yes

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Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/women-clothing/sweaters/pure-cotton-overlaid-sweater--21620-24254001?colourId=0
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